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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health
Territory: Parma, Brecksville, Maple Heights, Twinsburg, Cleveland and surrounding areas
Schedule-Monday-Friday-8am- 5 PM
Southwest General Homecare
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides skilled physical therapy services in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA helps patients improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and safely achieve their therapy goals. The PTA educates patients and caregivers, documents care accurately, and follows all state, federal, and company regulations.
What We Offer
- Competitive guaranteed hourly base pay plus uncapped performance bonuses
- Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling
- Full support team for scheduling and patient admissions
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with eligible participation
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional bonus opportunities
Qualifications
- Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of employment
- Minimum one year of acute care PTA experience required
- Home health experience preferred
- Strong communication and patient care skills
- Knowledge of physical therapy best practices
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
Key Responsibilities
- Provide skilled physical therapy treatments in patients' homes following the Physical Therapist's plan of care
- Monitor patient progress and report changes to the supervising therapist
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, mobility, and equipment use
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, schedulers, and care team members
- Participate in case conferences, trainings, and agency meetings
- Maintain compliance with Medicare, state, and company guidelines
Essential Functions
- Travel to patient homes for scheduled visits
- Complete required documentation within company deadlines
- Follow the established plan of care within the PTA scope of practice
- Maintain regular attendance and dependable scheduling
Physical Requirements
- Frequent driving and travel between patient homes
- Lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
- Walk, stand, bend, sit, reach, and use computer devices throughout the workday
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone
- Strong vision, hearing, and manual dexterity required
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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.